It was the first time that Scunthorpe had managed a shut-out since New Year’s Day, conceding 27 goals in 16 games since then before Saturday's match.

There is no denying that has contributed to United’s dreadful run but the side looked defensively solid against the Addicks, with Matt Gilks also producing a few fine saves, including one in injury time which kept the Iron’s lead intact.

It is hoped that clean sheet can be a springboard for the last four games of the season and United can get back to the defensive solidity they showed at the beginning of the season.

Daws felt the clean sheet had been a long time coming as it gave his side the platform for the midfielders and forwards to do what they do best.